Thailand introduces Muslim prayer carriages on southern trains
Thailand’s State Railway will introduce dedicated prayer carriages on southern train routes from 22 May to accommodate Muslim passengers travelling during the upcoming Eid...
Thai forces seize 1.08 million meth pills near Mekong River
LOEI — 22 May 2026, Thai security forces seized more than 1.08 million methamphetamine pills along the Mekong River in northeastern Thailand after suspected...
Cargo traffic to Myanmar halted at Mae Hong Son border crossing
MAE HONG SON — 22 May 2026, Security forces have tightened restrictions at the Huai Phueng border crossing, allowing pedestrian travel while suspending cargo...
Thai fans may turn to online streams if World Cup rights talks fail, minister...
Thailand’s government is continuing negotiations over broadcasting rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but a senior minister said football fans may seek alternative...
Army Chief Welcomes AOT, Affirming Border Stability
RAYONG — 21 May 2026, Thailand's Army Chief met with the head of the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) from the Philippines on Thursday to...
Thailand plans tourist ‘landing fee’ above 300 baht
Thailand is considering raising its proposed tourist “landing fee” to more than 300 baht as authorities work on a new collection system that would...
Immigration Police Raid Chinese Spa in Rayong Over Prostitution Services
RAYONG — 21 May 2026, Immigration authorities have raided a Chinese-operated health spa in Rayong province after undercover officers exposed an illicit prostitution services...
Rainy season sparks scarab beetle hunt in northeast Thailand
CHAIYAPHUM — 21 May 2026, villagers in northeastern Thailand have begun digging for “mang jeenoon”, a seasonal scarab beetle delicacy popular in Isaan cuisine,...
Grand Mor Lam Carnival Begins in Khon Kaen Seeking UNESCO Status
KHON KAEN — 21 May 2026, A spectacular showcase with the grand launch of the "Mor Lam Carnival: The Charm of Isan Khon Kaen"...
Thai crafts showcased at world-famous Milan Design Week 2026
MILAN — 21 May 2026, Thailand’s Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP) brought 25 Thai brands to exhibit handcrafted products and sustainable material innovations...
